Role: Electrical Project Manager

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 + Package

Reporting into the MEP Director and working closely with the wider Engineering leadership team, this role will take ownership of the end-to-end delivery of all electrical packages across a major pharmaceutical project.

You will provide both technical and operational leadership, ensuring all electrical systems are delivered safely, to a high standard, and in line with programme, budget and regulatory requirements. The position plays a key role in driving coordination across engineering, construction and commissioning teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Take full responsibility for the delivery of electrical systems across the project
• Oversee packages including LV/MV distribution, UPS, generators, lighting and life safety systems
• Ensure works are delivered in line with programme, cost and quality expectations
• Lead and support engineers, supervisors and subcontractors to drive efficient delivery
• Develop execution strategies, resource plans and delivery programmes for electrical scope

Technical & Compliance

• Review and approve design documentation, technical submissions and equipment selections
• Ensure compliance with all relevant standards and regulations (e.g. IEC, BS, IEEE, NFPA)
• Manage FAT, SAT, commissioning and integrated systems testing (IST) processes
• Support validation and handover, ensuring all certification and documentation is complete and accurate

Quality, Safety & Risk

• Maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance across all electrical works
• Implement and oversee QA/QC procedures
• Identify delivery risks early and implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure issues are resolved efficiently to avoid programme impact

Stakeholder Management & Coordination

• Act as the lead point of contact for all electrical elements with client and consultant teams
• Coordinate closely with mechanical, process, instrumentation and BMS teams
• Lead coordination meetings and provide clear updates on progress, risks and key milestones
• Support senior project leadership with reporting and strategic input

Experience & Requirements

Essential

• Strong technical background across electrical systems including LV/MV, critical power and life safety
• Proven track record delivering electrical packages on large-scale construction or engineering projects
• Ability to lead teams and manage complex project environments
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Solid understanding of health & safety requirements within electrical delivery

Desirable

• Experience within life sciences, pharmaceutical or advanced technology environments
• Exposure to commissioning, validation and integrated system testing within regulated settings
• Familiarity with BIM and digital construction tools
• Commercial awareness including cost control and contract administration

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or equivalent
• Demonstrable experience delivering electrical scope for a main contractor